Higher Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education (NQF 5)

Assessment

The programme includes the following assessment opportunities:

• Formative assessment tests - self-study multiple choice questions (MCQs) assessments
• Formative modular assessments (individual assignments) in the form of content-related assignments
• Summative exam assessments – this will be in the form of an assessment or a Portfolio of Evidence (POE) you will complete to demonstrate how you have implemented your practical module.

Course Content

Semester 1:

• Computer Literacy
• Academic Literacy
• African Language Literacy
• Introduction to ECCE
• Educational Psychology

• Planning a Quality ECCE Curriculum
• Assessment in ECCE
• Practical Learning

Course Design

The programme consists of the following learning components:

• Distance e-learning (self-study) modules,
• Various assessment tasks.
• Practical learning taking place at an approved ECCE centre over a period of 8 weeks.

Exit Level Outcomes

On achieving this qualification, a learner will be able to:

• Demonstrate communication skills appropriate to the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) situation.
• Understand the main theories underpinning the field of ECD and will demonstrate the ability to analyse influences on the development of ECCE as it is currently interpreted, examining the social, political, economic, and educational issues that influence child rearing, teaching and policy development in South Africa. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the complexities presented by the differentiated nature of South African society regarding ECCE.
• Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogical subject matter relevant to ECCE that will enable and support competence as an early childhood educator. The student will be able to create appropriate learning opportunities and provide guidance for babies, toddlers and young children, providing for their needs by maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment supporting holistic development.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of ECCE in practice (WIL).
• Display the personal qualities essential for being a dedicated educator in the ECCE situation.

Who Should Enrol

Individuals wanting to enter the field of Early Childhood Education, caregivers and/or au pairs.

Admission Requirements

To enroll for this programme, potential students must possess:

• A matric certificate or
• Relevant NQF level 4 certificate

Application Requirements

Attached herewith please find the application form and CAT/RPL form, to download click here:

Application form

CAT/RPL form

 
Applicants are required to submit the following documentation and pay a R350.00 non-refundable application fee in order for the application to be processed:

• Completed application form.
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document (South African residents only) / official Passport (Foreign Students).
• Certified copy of highest Qualification Certificate and any other Certification required as proof of meeting minimum entry requirements for this programme.
• Proof of payment of non-refundable application fee of R350.00
• SAQA and USAF verification as required for verification of recognition of foreign qualifications.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) form for access and/or Credit Allocation Transfer (CAT), if applicable.
• Students will need to obtain a police clearance certificate, at their own cost, and submit it with their application to comply with practical learning requirements.

The following supporting documentation must be included if you are applying for CAT:

• Certified academic transcript(s) of training from a previous educational institution or FPD at same NQF Level.
• Study guide that supports the credit claim at same NQF Level.

The following supporting documentation must be included if you are applying for RPL:

• Testimonials/reference letter from previous or current employers.
• Portfolio of Evidence that is evident of your work experience and skills equivalent to a NQF Level.
• Full curriculum vitae indicating employment history and work experience in relevant field.
• Portfolio of evidence of research project (if applicable).

*Certified documents should be certified by a Commissioner of Oaths. A stamp by your academic institution is not sufficient.

Kindly take note that spaces are limited, therefore please ensure to apply early by sending the above to gradprog@foundation.co.za

A student’s academic progression commences once all conditions of enrolment and the admissions criteria for the selected qualification have been met. Where a student applies for RPL/CAT, and with the approval of the Selection Committee and the Registrar, he/she can gain entry to the qualification.